PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Introduced in 1960 to protect a humans fundamental rights
This was positive because Canada finally gained civil liberties that were protected by law
Was cancelled in 1959 because it would be a drain on the taxpayers
This was negative because Canada lost their opportunity to establish a world class space and aeronautics industry in Canada
SIGNED NORAD AGREEMENT WITH THE US
This was a positive because it would give Canada extra protection from the Soviet Union.
OPPOSING APARTHEID IN SOUTH AFRICA
This was positive because Canada defended black Africans rights from the unfair laws of apartheid.
INTRODUCED THE MAPLE LEAFT FLAG
This was positive because the new maple leaf flag showed individualism as a country.
ESTABLISHED CANADIAN PENSION PLAN
This was a positive because it showed that the government cared about its citizens by providing for them after retirement.
PROPOSED MULTINATIONAL PEACEKEEPING FORCE FOR THE SUEZ CRISIS
This was a positive because it brought peace to the hostilities in the Suez area and would contribute to Canada's reputation as a peace-loving country.
Attended first conference of the UN
This was a positive because it showed that he was a important person in the world.
Decriminalized homosexuality
This was a positive because it led towards equal rights towards all people
Appointed first woman Governor General
This was a positive because it was a step towards women in politics.
Negotiated reductions of nuclear weapons
This was a positive because it decreased tensions in the cold war and helped prevent nuclear war.
National defense budget was cut by 20%
This was a positive because the government would be able to use tax money towards improving Canada than having them used to maintain military.